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4.8 out of 5

"Staff was amazing. Room was clean and cozy. Close to underground and buses. " More

By a verified traveler on Thu 14 Mar 2024

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Hotel Description

Edwardian hotel near The British Museum

London City Centre stay

Within a 10-minute walk of this London City Centre hotel, you'll find The British Museum and Russell Square. Covent Garden Market and Leicester Square are also within half a mile (1 km).

Business services

A restaurant and a bar/lounge are featured at this hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. There's luggage storage and multilingual staff can provide around-the-clock assistance.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$160* Per night/room May 12 - May 13

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Thistle London Holborn ratings based on 8 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.8 out of 5 5.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Thistle London Holborn

Everyone (4) Couples (2) Family (2)
5 out of 5
Staff was amazing. Room was clean and cozy. Close to underground and buses.

Posted by on Mar 14, 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

Mar 24, 2024 by Rm

Dear Kerry.Thank you for taking the time to send us your feedback, I am glad you enjoyed the stay with us and it would be great to welcome you back in the near future.Warmest Regards,Raúl Muñoz -Reception Manager-

5 out of 5
The hotel staff was very friendly and responsive to our needs.

Posted by on May 24, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

May 26, 2019 by Thistle Holborn

Lovely to hear that!

5 out of 5
. Central location is great. Close to tube stations, restaurant options and shopping, Walking distance to theaters and attractions.

Posted by , from Maplewood, NJ on Apr 16, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Apr 17, 2019 by Tolga

Dear Scott, Thank you very much for writing such a nice review of your experience with Thistle Holborn - The Kingsley Hotel. I am delighted to read that we were able to exceed your expectations in so many aspects during your stay. It makes me truly happy that you are highlighted our fantastic central location. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable stay next time you are visiting London. Warm regards, Tolga Ersen Operations Manager

4 out of 5
gGreat central location. Accommodating staff. Very clean and well maintained rooms. Love the heated towel bars.

Posted by , from Maplewood, NJ on Apr 16, 2019

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Apr 17, 2019 by Tolga

Dear Scott, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your lovely feedback with us. You are absolutely right; our hotel is very conveniently located in the heart of London. Many of the West End theaters in London are just a short walk from the hotel. You can see Motown The Musical at the Shaftesbury Theater, a classic musical on 42nd Street in Royal Drury Lane. The legendary London Palladium is currently showing the acclaimed Lincoln Center Theater production of The King And I, the highly anticipated Tina Turner musical now conquering the West End! The official stage musical by music legend Tina Turner is now playing in the Aldwych Theater. Perhaps the ultimate goal for a ballet or opera fan is to visit the fabulous Royal Opera House in Covent Garden, which is less than 10 minutes' walk from the hotel. We are thrilled to read your kind comments and compliments, especially about our amazing team, who strive to go the extra mile to exceed all of our guest's expectations. We look forward to welcoming you on your next visit to London. Kind regards, Tolga Ersen Operations Manager

5 out of 5

Posted by on Nov 15, 2018

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Comment from Hotel Management

Nov 16, 2018 by Tolga

Thank you for posting a 5* "Excellent" rated review of your Thistle Holborn - The Kingsley Hotel experience, we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay.

4 out of 5
We only stayed for one night. The room was conveniently located, and surprisingly quiet for being in the heart of downtown. The air conditioning was great and bed was comfortable. We had limited interaction with the staff due to our short stay, but the interaction we had was great.

Posted by , from Utah on Sep 28, 2018

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Oct 1, 2018 by Tolga

Dear McD, First of all I would like to thank you for choosing to dine with us here at Thistle Holborn-The Kingsley. It is delightful to read your lovely review; It's wonderful to receive such a good feedback and we are thrilled to hear that everything met your expectations. I have passed on your lovely feedback to the whole team who was delighted to know they succeeded in creating memorable experiences. Thank you very much for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review of your recent experience. We look forward to welcoming you back again. Warmest regards, Tolga Ersen Operations Manager

5 out of 5
Super hotel in terms of convenience and the staff is outstanding!

Posted by , from New York NY on Sep 15, 2018

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Sep 17, 2018 by Tolga

Dear Tina, Thank you for taking the time to review your recent stay with us at Thistle Holborn - The Kingsley. I am delighted with your feedback and pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us. I will be sure to share your positive comments with the rest of the team and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. With kind regards, Tolga Ersen Operations Manager

5 out of 5
We stayed in a standard twin w/twin beds pushed together. Room wasn’t huge, but still plenty of room & storage galore...nice sized closet w/adjacent 4 shelves, 4 drawers in desk & 3 roomy bathroom shelves. 5 day stay for 2 and I was able to completely unpack. Room was very clean, AC worked wonderfully, beds were very comfortable & we had a huge walk-in shower. Location is ideal & the staff couldn’t have been more accommodating & friendly, especially those who worked in the lounge/bar area. You won’t be disappointed.

Posted by , from Indianapolis, IN. on Jul 18, 2018

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jul 20, 2018 by Tolga

Dear Sarah, It is such a delight to read your stunning review of Thistle Holborn - The Kingsley Hotel, thank you for sharing your uplifting experience. We are thrilled to read that you found our staff to be warm, genuinely helpful and that you enjoyed the comfort and high cleanliness standard in your room. We appreciate your feedback that each detail has been thought about and will share your comments with the team. We very much look forward to welcoming you again soon. Best wishes, Tolga Ersen Operations Manager

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and 7 meeting rooms are available. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Thistle London Holborn also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. This Edwardian London hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 129 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1989
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Offsite parking discounted rates available

Transport

  • Train station: Tottenham Court Road Station (0.8 km / 0.5 mi)
  • Metro station: Holborn Underground Station (0.4 km / 0.2 mi)

Room Amenities

Thistle London Holborn offers 129 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 38-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • In-room dining (24 hours)
  • LCD television
  • Digital channels
  • Luxury bedding
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Laptop safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Climate control (heating)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Desk chair

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Kingsley Two Brasserie - This brasserie specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare.

Kingsley Bar - This bar serves light fare only. Open daily.

Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at midnight
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Staffed front desk
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Property is not currently implementing any enhanced cleaning measures
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Debit cards
  • Property is not currently implementing any guest safety measures

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 18.50 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Kingsley Hotel
  • Kingsley Hotel London
  • Kingsley London
  • Thistle Holborn Kingsley Hotel
  • Thistle Holborn Kingsley
  • The Kingsley By Thistle Hotel London
  • Kingsley By Thistle London
  • Kingsley By Thistle Hotel London
  • Thistle Holborn Kingsley Hotel London
  • Thistle Holborn Kingsley London
  • Thistle Holborn
  • Thistle London Holborn Hotel
  • Thistle London Holborn London
  • Thistle London Holborn Hotel London
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.